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Coming up this week on your Town and Country - Manchester Patch site:

April 5 Election -

There are four candidates running for Manchester's two open aldermen seats in the April 5 election. Last week, Patch ran candidate profiles. This week Patch readers get to know the candidates' plans for the city in the coming year if they are elected. Patch asked the candidates questions and we'll show you how they answered throughout the week. 

Town and Country Board of Aldermen Meeting -

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen could vote on a number of issues Monday night including reducing the speed limit for the Mason Ridge school zone, funding to move forward with construction of the Clayton Road Trail and changing the city's weapons laws to match state statute regarding firearms and weapons violations. 

Local Sales Tax Changes Could Be Coming-

A bill introduced recently in the Missouri House of Representatives would alter the decades-long system of taking sales tax collected from cities within St. Louis County and putting it into a pool to be shared by the municipalities. This week, Patch takes a look at the impact that change could have on Town and Country and Manchester.

Business Breakdown -

You might not know it by the recent winter weather, but it's spring and that means wedding season. This week in the Business Breakdown, Patch introduces you to a local bridal boutique that specializes in dressing the modest bride.

All About Parents -

This week Patch continues offering more news and information for parents in Town and Country and Manchester. We know you're busy, so we'll work to find you the best deals for your family and fun events for the kids. We also a local Whiz Kid each week, so if you know one that deserves a special mention, e-mail  Gabrielle.Biondo@Patch.com. Plus, we'll have a Question and Answer segment for local parents, where local parents share their experiences and advice. 

These stories and much more will be posted this week. If you have something you'd like to see us write about, e-mail Gabrielle.Biondo@Patch.com.